Better cookery vs Practical cookery: Which Should You Read?

Both live on shelves: International Cookery, English Cookery, English Cooking, Cooking

Cover of Better cookery

Better cookery Aileen King · 1957 ★★★★☆ 3.8 512 pages · ≈ 9 h 29 m · Moderate Find on Amazon

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Cover of Practical cookery

Practical cookery Victor Ceserani · 1962 ★★★★☆ 4.0 320 pages · ≈ 5 h 56 m · Moderate Find on Amazon

The verdict

Ratings are close: 3.8 vs 4.0 — either is a safe pick by score.
Practical cookery is the quicker read — about 5 hours vs 9 for Better cookery.

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